Get Ready for Sunday: When You Look Back Differently

This Week at Northbrook: July 11, 2025

What if the pain you rushed through was actually a place where God was quietly pulling you closer to himself? Sometimes clarity doesn’t come in the moment but in the looking back. Like we often say, hindsight is 20/20.

This Sunday in Psalm 18, we’ll join David as he reflects on the darkest chapters of his life. At the time, it felt like chaos. But now, with age and perspective, he sees God’s steady hand at work. This passage helps us reframe our past, not just as something to survive, but as something God can use to grow trust, shape character, and stir gratitude. Psalm 18 invites us to reexamine our own story with fresh eyes and renewed trust.

As you get ready for Sunday, and throughout next week, reflect on what God might want to show you if you slowed down and looked at your life again through the lens of his providence and faithfulness.

Let’s come with open hands and honest hearts, ready to remember and rejoice for who God is and what he's done for us in Christ.

What's Happening at Northbrook

FEATURED

Discover Northbrook at True North

August 10, 17 & 24  |  9:00 am

True North is the place to learn about the life, mission, and ministry of Northbrook. The first two weeks include sessions about Northbrook, followed by True North Connect the third week—an opportunity to visit a Life Group and experience community firsthand.

  • August 10 & 17: Sessions 1 & 2 - 9:00 am - Conference Room/Second-floor

  • August 24: True North Connect

We would love the opportunity to meet you and share with you what God is doing at Northbrook. Join us!

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Safety Summit: Medical & Defense Training

Saturday, July 12, 8am-12:30pm

Join us for a Safety Summit with medical and self-defense training. Optional CPR certification available for $10. Open to all volunteers.

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Family Summer Serve Day

Thursday, July 17, 5-7 pm at the Caring Center

Serve alongside your kids and students in this hands-on family event at The Caring Center. Whether you’re stocking shelves, greeting guests, or lending a helping hand, this is a great opportunity to serve others and model compassion as a family.

  • Location: 1629 2nd Ave NW (on Hwy 31, by Sportsman Lake)

  • Who: Families with kids and students

  • Spots: Limited to 15 people (first come, first serve)

Don’t miss out! Volunteering together builds faith and brings the gospel to life. Reserve your spot to serve!

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REMINDER: Hey Parents! No Kids Worship in July for K-4th Graders

We’re so grateful for the volunteers who make Kids Worship possible each week. Their presence and faithfulness make a lasting impact. In July, we’re giving them a well-deserved chance to rest and refresh.

Interested in serving with our Children’s Ministry? There’s always room for you to jump in! Contact Katie Bentley or sign up here ›

Family Fun at City Mini Golf

Wednesday, July 30, from 6-8pm [ ‹ note the time change ]

It's hole-in-one kinda fun! Join us for a fantastic Family Night at City Park Mini Golf on Wednesday, July 30, from 6-8 pm! We invite families of kids and students of all ages for an evening of fun, fellowship, sno cones, and mini-golf. The event is free (dinner not provided).

It will simply be sub-par if you're not there, so make sure you don't miss out...and bring a friend!

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True North KIDS!

August 10, 17, 24 & 31 | 9:00 am

True North KIDS gives children the opportunity to walk through the gospel in a kid-friendly, hands-on environment. It will also help them understand the importance of baptism, Lord's Supper, church membership and more!

Register for True North KIDS today!

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On the Horizon

Ministry events and opportunities coming up over the next 3-4 months. Save these dates:

  • Atlanta Mission Trip | July 15-20

  • Pine Cove City | July 21-25 – Still time to register ›

  • Jump Sunday | August 3 › Promotion Sunday for Kids, Preteens, and Students

  • Life Group Connect Sunday | August 3 › Get connected to a Life Group! 

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